Abe's Honest Words(
by Doreen Rappaport/ illus. by Kadir Nelsonby Matt, Hyperion $16.99 Score: ) Stunning illustrations add much to this telling of Lincoln's life and his memorable words. It is not an in depth biography, but gives young readers an overview of his life from boyhood on to the political stage and his views of slavery and his determination to hold save the Union. Kadir Nelson's illustrations are infused with light and drama that intensify the mood of Lincoln's inspiring words.